Tag: Officials

Cameron County (KFXV) – Deputy Marin Hernandez testifies in his mother’s trial. Marissa Govea is facing charges for her involvement in an accident that caused the death of 37 year old Mary Tipton after she allegedly struck with her vehicle. In court deputy Hernandez says his mother told him she had struck an unknown object while driving on FM 803 one Rainy Night in February 2015. He also inspected the area twice the same night but didn’t find anyone injured. When officials arrived at the suspects home they noticed damages on one side of the car and a couple...

McAllen (KFXV) —More than a dozen people are in police custody tonight after officials raided the gaming establishment they were operating, this afternoon. Eight vehicles, 123 gambling machines and cash, drugs and weapons were seized from the premises of the illegally operated business located on Dicker Road and 23rd Streets south of the city of McAllen. 15 establishment employees were also detained. The operation took place at approximately 3 o’clock today, but it took investigators several hours to finish processing the scene. At least five weapons were confirmed to be seized as well as a small amount of cocaine....

SPI (KFXV) — Tens of thousands of vehicles crossing into South Padre Island, over the last couple of days. Making it one of the most popular destinations for spring breakers in the nation. With thousands of people going into the island daily, an estimated 12 agencies are currently working to keep crimes at-a-minimum this spring break. As FOX cameras were rolling at one of two hot spots for spring breakers, within minutes we were able to see at least two people being placed into custody. South Padre Island, Chief Randy Smith says every officer is working this ‘Texas week’...

Mission (KFXV) An elderly woman is found dead inside her home. Fox cameras were there are the body was transported off the property. Several Mission Police Department units responded to the 700 block of Aries St. Officials say she passed away over 4 days ago, but was just discovered today by a family friend. The Texas Department of Aging and Disability wants you to help avoid similar situations. Consider senior housing options, find reputable home care providers and install an emergency phone line in their home. Police say this investigation does not point to foul...

RGV (KFXV) — The FBI is recruiting agents in hopes to have a more diverse workforce. The agency is looking to hire more women and minorities. Officials tell us that this outreach also aims to dispel rumors that joining the FBI is too personally strenuous on their agents, something that dissuaded some from applying. If you would like more information on how you can apply, visit...